Contract Electronic Hardware Design Engineer

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aerospace and defence is seeking an Electronic Hardware Design Engineer based in Edinburgh. This role involves leading design and development, working on cutting-edge electronics, and collaboration with software teams. Ideal candidates are creative problem solvers with TestStand experience, eager to drive innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience with TestStand essential.
• Creative and detail-oriented problem solver.
• Thrive in collaborative environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development from requirements analysis to acceptance testing.
• Create well-documented data packs and ensure configuration management.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical direction.

Skills

TestStand

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Documentation

Engineering Process Improvement

Job description

Job Title: Electronic Hardware Design Engineer
Location: Edinburgh
Industry: Aerospace & Defence
Pay Rates: £43.46 PAYE or £47.67 Umbrella (37 Hours Per Week)
IR35 Determination & Duration: Inside 12 Month Contract
Working Pattern: 90% Onsite

Are you passionate about designing cutting-edge electronics and solving real-world integration challenges? We're looking for an experienced Electronic Hardware Design Engineer to take on a pivotal role in developing robust and innovative solutions across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead design and development from requirements analysis to acceptance testing and final delivery.
• Create high-quality, well-documented data packs while ensuring configuration management.
• Work closely with software and firmware engineers to tackle system-level integration challenges.
• Follow established processes and procedures to maintain engineering excellence.
• Contribute to engineering process improvements for efficiency and innovation.
• Apply TestStand expertise to enhance testing and verification capabilities.

Additional Responsibilities (Depending on Experience)

• Provide technical direction and guidance to the wider Test Equipment team.
• Oversee project deliverables, ensuring alignment with quality and technical requirements.
• Mentor, coach, and support fellow engineers to enhance team expertise.
• Assess engineering estimates, optimising cost, timescale, compliance, and technical risk.
• Define and lead the technical direction for the engineering team to achieve successful work packages.
• Act as a domain expert, engaging with customers and users to understand requirements and drive solutions.

Who We're Looking For

• A creative and detail-oriented problem solver with TestStand experience.
• An engineer who thrives in collaboration, working seamlessly across disciplines.
• Someone who values structured design, rigorous documentation, and continuous improvement.

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